Chez Roux – Cromlix

Chez Roux – Cromlix

Located within 34 acres of the most beautiful grounds and situated near the quaint Scottish town of Dunblane, is the renowned Cromlix hotel. This stunning Victorian mansion owned by acclaimed tennis player Andy Murray has been extensively refurbished to combine modern luxuries whilst respecting the home's historic past. The five-star hotel boasts fifteen luxurious bedrooms [...]

The Glenturret Lalique Restaurant

The Glenturret Lalique Restaurant

Last week I had the opportunity to visit the oldest whisky distillery in Scotland, The Glenturret. This quaint distillery is located north-west of Crieff in the picturesque county of Perthshire. The collection of whitewashed buildings straddle the banks of the River Turret, its cascading freshwater used in the distilling process of this renowned whisky. Although [...]

Cรฉleste Restaurant – The Lanesborough

Cรฉleste Restaurant – The Lanesborough

Located in Londonโ€™s prestigious area of Knightsbridge is The Lanesborough, a five-star luxury hotel by the Oetker Collection. The building exudes the grandeur of the regency period and has undergone many changes since it was built in 1719. It wasnโ€™t until 30th December 1991 that The Lanesborough hotel opened its doors and since then it [...]

Hutong – London

Hutong – London

Situated on the 33rd floor of Londonโ€™s tallest building, The Shard, is the impressive restaurant Hutong. Hutong is an award-winning restaurant from the Aqua restaurant group, serving a range of tantalising Northern Chinese food. My first observation as I walked into the restaurant was of its stunning uninterrupted views of the city. The Shard I [...]

Christmas Gift Guide 2019 – Alcoholic Beverages

Christmas Gift Guide 2019 – Alcoholic Beverages

I hope you have been enjoying my Christmas Gift Guide so far. This time I am sharing with you some delicious alcoholic beverages that I have tried recently and would make the perfect gift for those who like a tipple with a difference. Lanique - Rose Petal Liqueur Laniqueย Rose Petal Liqueur is distilled from Attar [...]

Hawksmoor Edinburgh – Lunch Review

Hawksmoor Edinburgh – Lunch Review

As I sit here on a very warm Wednesday afternoon, (yes thatโ€™s right, Edinburgh can be warm!) my thoughts drift to what I fancy for lunch. Luckily for me, I have been invited to try the new set-lunchtime menu at the renowned Hawksmoor Edinburgh.ย  After opening a steak restaurant in London, Hawksmoorโ€™s excellent reputation rapidly [...]

Prestonfield House – Rhubarb

Prestonfield House – Rhubarb

Situated only five minutes from Edinburgh city centre is the impressive and renowned Prestonfield House hotel, owned by hotelier-restaurateur James Thomson OBE. This historic building sits within its own 20 acre garden, its white baroque exterior standing proud against the rugged backdrop of Arthurโ€™s seat. As you turn into their impressive driveway, the city noise [...]